P K Rath assumes charge as new CMD of RINL

Pradosh Kumar Rath assumed charge as the new CMD of RINL, Visakhapatnam on September 22. Mr Rath was Director (Operations) before he took over the reins. On this occasion, Mr Rath greeted RINL employees collectively and said that RINL-VSP is highly known for the commendable work and team spirit shown by its staff.

He exhorted the employees to continue to exhibit these qualities, demonstrate aptitude to learn, implement and overcome allchallenges to take RINL to greater heights. The CMD started his career in RINL-VSP as a Management Traineein 1983 and has worked in various capacities in his 35 years of notable experience in steel making process.He has earned several laurels during his tenure and has rich experience in steel making, continuous casting processes and other operations of the plant.

He contributed significantly to the stabilising and ramping up of production from the new expansion units and modernisation of the plant to 7.3 million tons. Mr Rath graduatedfrom REC, Warangal in Metallurgy and holds an MBA (HR & Marketing) from Andhra University. RINL directors, senior officials, representatives of Steel Executive Association, trade unions and a large number of customers extended their greetings on the occasion.